Cash Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Cash Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 86.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02782 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAMES FREEMAN ARMSTRONG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cash Farms Dam?
Cash Farms Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cash Farms Dam?
Cash Farms Dam is owned by JAMES FREEMAN ARMSTRONG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cash Farms Dam built?
Cash Farms Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Cash Farms Dam?
Cash Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cash Farms Dam?
Cash Farms Dam has a dam height of 34 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Cash Farms Dam last inspected?
Cash Farms Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.